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Troops of the 1 Division of the Nigerian Army have successfully rescued 11 kidnapped individuals in Kachia Local Government Area, Kaduna State, after they had been held captive for 92 days. The army confirmed in a statement on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, that the operation was carried out along the Kaduna–Abuja Expressway following a coordinated effort by its forces. The victims were originally abducted from Gada Mallam Maman community on October 26, 2025. “In a display of tactical precision and modern warfare capability, the Nigerian Army has achieved a major success by rescuing eleven kidnapped Nigerians during a late-night operation…

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested two women in connection with the disappearance of a 16-year-old girl. Police spokesperson Frank Mba confirmed the arrests on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, stating that the women were taken into custody following intelligence and investigative leads. According to the police, efforts are ongoing to locate the missing girl and determine the circumstances surrounding her disappearance. The suspects are being interrogated, and the case remains under investigation. The Anambra State Police Command urged parents and guardians to report any suspicious activities promptly and to cooperate with law enforcement in safeguarding children in the state.

An Ekiti State High Court in Ado Ekiti has sentenced three men to death by hanging for their involvement in armed robbery. The convicted, Lasisi Afeez (33), Ilesanmi Seun (32), and Ajewole Peter (53), faced a four-count charge of conspiracy, armed robbery, and unlawful possession of firearms before Justice Lekan Ogunmoye. According to the prosecution, the men, on March 29, 2022, at Ado Ekiti, robbed Ojo Dada Emmanuel of his Toyota Corolla, wedding ring, ATM cards, two laptops, an Infinix phone, and ₦70,000 in cash. They also allegedly stole an Infinix phone, an Itel phone, and ₦2,200 from Balogun Ahmed.…

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has rescued an 84-year-old man who was found inside a well in the Aboru community of the Agbado-Oke Odo Local Council Development Area. The agency’s Controller General, Margaret Adeseye, confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. According to her, preliminary findings indicate the elderly man may have jumped into the well. The service said it received a distress call at 10:09 a.m. reporting the emergency at No. 35A Fadeyemi Street, Pipeline, Aboru. A rescue crew, alongside personnel from the Abesan Fire Station, was immediately deployed and arrived at…

President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to approve amendments to existing laws that would expand the number of judges in the Federal High Court and the Court of Appeal. In two separate letters addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and read on the Senate floor on Tuesday, January 27, the president requested changes to the Federal High Court Act and the Court of Appeal Act. Tinubu proposed raising the number of Federal High Court judges from 70 to 90. He also sought an increase in the number of justices of the Court of Appeal from 70 to 110. Explaining…

Chelsea are close to completing Raheem Sterling’s departure, with the England forward expected to seal a move once final agreements are reached. Discussions remain ongoing between the club and Sterling’s representatives, as both sides aim to resolve his future before Monday. Chelsea have made it clear they are open to letting the former Manchester City winger leave, and all parties are pushing for a swift resolution. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed that negotiations are progressing positively. Writing on X, Romano stated that Sterling is prepared to make his move as talks continue. “Raheem Sterling is expected to leave Chelsea in…

Following a breakout 2025 that saw the release of his acclaimed SOG (Son Of God) EP and the hit single “Superstar,” rising Afrosounds sensation JAHGO (Oluwatobiloba Emmanuel Adebayo) officially drops his highly anticipated new single, “Magic.”  Produced with a sharp focus on heavy percussion and melodic fluidity, “Magic” reinforces JAHGO’s position as one of Lagos’ most promising exports. Since his debut, JAHGO has consistently blurred the lines between Afropiano, Fuji-infusions, and contemporary Pop, earning him a dedicated following across the continent. ​”Magic” is now streaming on Apple Music, Audiomack, and Spotify. STREAM HERE DOWNLOAD HERE

Arsenal’s lead at the top of the Premier League has been trimmed to just four points following a thrilling 3–2 loss to Manchester United on Sunday evening. The Gunners faced added pressure heading into the clash, knowing that both Manchester City and Aston Villa had secured victories earlier in the weekend. City defeated Wolves 2–0 at home, while Villa also claimed a 2–0 win over Newcastle United. Arsenal took the lead in somewhat fortunate fashion in the 29th minute, as goalkeeper Martinez inadvertently deflected Martin Odegaard’s shot into his own net. However, errors soon crept into Arsenal’s play. In the…

Kingsley Ughelumba, the father of Super Eagles and Fulham defender Calvin Bassey, has once again made a public and emotional appeal to reconnect with his son and other children after nearly 18 years of separation. Two years ago, Ughelumba first spoke publicly about being estranged from his children. Now, he has renewed his plea, describing his struggle as “dying in silence” and expressing a desperate hope for reconciliation. Hailing from Ihiala Local Government Area in Anambra State, Ughelumba shared that his first three sons — Elvis, Mathew, and Calvin — were born in Italy, while his youngest, Michael, was born…

Nigerian filmmaker Biodun Stephen has spoken out against what she described as a growing fashion trend of women going out without underwear. Sharing her experience, the director recounted an incident at a salon where she said she felt uncomfortable after a female customer, who had come in for a pedicure, allegedly exposed herself unintentionally while lifting her leg during the procedure. Stephen said the moment left her shocked and concerned about public decency. While acknowledging that people are free to make personal fashion choices, she advised women who prefer not to wear underwear to consider outfits that offer more coverage,…